RCS511

Overview

The Amana Menumaster RCS511 is a medium-volume commercial microwave in the Menumaster restaurant line. It delivers 1100 watts of microwave output and has a 34 L (1.2 cu. ft.) cavity that accommodates a 356 mm (14 in.) platter. The RCS511 series is described with both touch-pad and dial-control versions, so control features depend on the version.

ACP, Inc. product literature identifies the RCS511 series as a commercial microwave. Its listed applications include pizza restaurants, casual dining, clubs and delis. Other RCS-series application examples include fast-casual restaurants, prep stations, pubs and family restaurants.

Key Features

• 1100 watts of microwave output: Provides quick heating for consistent results.
• 34 L capacity: The cavity accommodates a 356 mm (14 in.) platter, prepackaged foods and single servings.
• Motor-driven top antenna: Distributes microwave energy for consistent heating.
• Touch-control option: Offers up to 100 programmable menu items, four cooking stages and five power levels. Braille touch pads and one-touch cooking are listed for touch-control models.
• Dial-control option: Has a light-up dial timer with a 10-minute maximum and four power levels. The dial-control description also specifies automatic reset to zero when a cooking cycle is interrupted; manual reset is available as a user option.
• Non-removable front air filter: The RCS series literature says the filter cools componentry and helps extend oven life. The international product catalogue lists a clean-filter reminder for the series.
• Defrost capability: Defrost is included among the touch-control model’s five power levels; the dial-control description lists four power levels.
• Stackable construction: The product literature identifies the RCS511 as stackable to save counter space.

Specifications

• Product: Amana Menumaster RCS511 commercial microwave.
• Product category: Medium-volume commercial microwave; restaurant line.
• Microwave output: 1100 W.
• Power consumption: 1600 W for the RCS511 series, as listed in ACP’s international product catalogue.
• Oven capacity: 34 L (1.2 cu. ft.).
• Platter capacity: Accommodates a 356 mm (14 in.) platter.
• Power levels: Five on the touch-control version; four on the dial-control version.
• Programmable menus: Up to 100 on the touch-control version.
• Cooking stages: Four on the touch-control version.
• Dial timer: 10-minute light-up dial timer on the dial-control version.
• Microwave distribution: Motor-driven top antenna.
• Air filter: Non-removable front air filter; the international catalogue lists a clean-filter reminder.
• Configuration: Countertop, as listed for the RCS511 touch-control specification.
• Stacking: Stackable.

Operation

The RCS511 series is available with different control styles. On the touch-control version, staff can use programmable menu items for one-touch cooking, choose among five power levels and use up to four cooking stages. The RCS series literature also describes “on the fly” cooking, allowing the operator to reset the timer while cooking. A multiple-quantity function is listed in the RCS511 touch-control product literature and calculates cooking times for multiple portions.

The touch-control specification describes a digital countdown display, time-entry option and adjustable end-of-cycle audible signal. It lists a maximum cooking time of 60 minutes, defrost, an interior light and a see-through door for monitoring food without opening the oven. Braille touch pads are also specified. These operation details apply to the touch-control version, not automatically to the dial-control version.

The dial-control version is described with a light-up dial timer and four power levels. If a cooking cycle is interrupted, the timer automatically resets to zero; manual reset is available as a user option. The available source material does not provide button-by-button programming instructions, so consult the model’s operating documentation for programming steps.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The RCS511 series has a non-removable front air filter. ACP’s product literature describes the filter as helping cool oven componentry, and the international catalogue lists a clean-filter reminder. Since the filter is non-removable, the source material does not describe it as an operator-removable part.

The product literature identifies a stainless-steel interior and exterior for the RCS511 touch-control specification and describes these surfaces as easy to clean. The available material does not provide a cleaning procedure, approved cleaning products or a maintenance interval; follow the instructions supplied with the specific oven.

Applications

The RCS511 is categorized for medium-volume use. Listed settings include pizza restaurants, casual dining operations, clubs and delis. The RCS-series catalogue also names fast-casual restaurants, prep stations, pubs and family restaurants as application examples. Its stated capacity accommodates platters, prepackaged foods and single servings, while programmable menus on the touch-control version can support repeatable one-touch cooking.